Working Instructions - Scheppach PHT600 Original Bedienungsanleitung

Stopping the motor
1. Release the throttle (14).
2. Switch the on/off switch (6) to the off "0" position.
ATTENTION: The switch (6) is an auto-return
switch and always returns to the "ON" starting po-
sition after release.
Starting the motor when warm
1. Switch the on/off switch (6) to the on "I" position.
2. Push the start lever (choke) (4) to ""Warm start
and working".
3. Now pull the starter cable on the starter handle
(5) until the motor starts up.
Throttle interlock:
1. Hold the hedge trimmer by the rear handle (15)
and press the throttle interlock (7).
2. Use the other hand to grab the front handle (3).
3. Press the throttle (14).
4. The cutting device starts running.
If the throttle is released, the cutting device stops
and the motor idles.
If the cutting device is running despite the throttle not
be pressed, the idle speed must be lowered. (See
"Maintenance")
Settings on the hedge trimmer
Adjusting the rear handle (15)
The rear handle can be adjusted in 3 working posi-
tions in order to guide the hedge trimmer easier.
• While adjusting, the throttle (14) cannot be actuat-
ed.
1. Use the left hand to hold the hedge trimmer tight
by the front handle (3).
2. Press the slider (13) and turn the handle into the
required position.
3. Release the slider (13). Ensure that the unlock-
ing device re-engages and the handle is affixed
securely.

9. Working instructions

Before commissioning and regularly while work-
ing with the hedge trimmer, carry out the following
checks:
• Is the hedge trimmer fully and properly assem-
bled? Ensure that all nuts and screws are tight-
ened.
• Screws of the cutting device: See maintenance
• Is the hedge trimmer in a good and safe condition?
• Are all safety functions working?
• Is the fuel tank filled?
• Is the cutting device undamaged and sharpened?
• Are the motor and silencer free of deposits, leaves
or escaping lubricant?
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• Is the handle clean and dry, free of oil, grease and
resin?
• Is the workplace free of trip hazards?
• Are you wearing the required protective equip-
ment?
• Have you read and understood all the safety in-
structions?
• Is the throttle easy to access and functional?
• Is the On/Off switch functional?
• Does the cutting device always remain still when
idling?
If the cutting device moves when idling, the idle speed
must be reduced (see "Setting the idle speed").
• Make sure that the transmission is sufficiently lubri-
cated (see "Maintenance").
General behaviour when working with the hedge
trimmer
• Do not work alone. Someone should be within
reach for emergencies.
• Keep children, persons and animals away from
your work area (at least 15 m).
• Do not work on snow, ice or other slippery surfac-
es, risk of slipping.
• Do not work when the light conditions are insuffi-
cient (e.g. fog, rain, driving snow or twilight).
• Shoo animals away from the hedge before cutting
so they are not injured.
• Make sure that you have a safe and tidy workplace.
Remove objects which could be ejected from the
work area.
• Avoid abnormal posture. Keep your balance at all
times. Do not work with your upper body bent over.
• Only operate the hedge trimmer with firm footing.
• Switch the hedge trimmer off when changing loca-
tion.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting device
if it is moving.
• Hold the hedge trimmer so that no exhaust gases
can be breathed in. Do not work in enclosed spac-
es.
• Do not use the hedge trimmer to lift or shovel away
pieces of wood or other objects.
• Make sure to remove any foreign objects from the
hedges (e.g. wire), since it may damage the cutting
device of the hedge trimmer.
• Always hold the hedge trimmer tightly with both
hands, left hand on the front handle and the right
hand on the rear handle. Never work with only one
hand.
• If the throttle is released, the cutting device contin-
ues to run for a short time (freewheel effect).
• Start cutting with the cutting device running.
• Never touch the cutting device with your hands
during operation.
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